{"product_id":"stihl-hs-82-rc-e-professional-petrol-hedge-trimmer","title":"HS 82 RC-E Petrol Hedge Trimmer","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSTIHL HS 82 RC-E Petrol Hedge Trimmer (24″ \/ 30″)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for UK landscaping contractors, estate managers and serious domestic users tackling large hedges and heavy-duty trimming tasks.\u003c\/strong\u003e The STIHL HS 82 RC-E features a 22.7 cm³ 2-Mix engine delivering 0.7 kW of power, a swivelling multi-function handle for optimal cutting position, and your choice of a 60 cm (24″) or 75 cm (30″) double-sided cutting blade. It's built for high-volume hedging, thick shrubs and professional use with improved efficiency and comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoice of blade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24″ (60 cm) or 30″ (75 cm) to suit hedge size and job type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-sided cutting blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e allows both horizontal and vertical trimming with ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSTIHL 2-Mix engine (22.7 cm³):\u003c\/strong\u003e efficient fuel consumption, lower emissions and strong performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwivelling multi-function handle (rotates approx. 90°):\u003c\/strong\u003e better ergonomics for vertical or side hedging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-vibration system:\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces fatigue for extended trimming sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional build quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for heavy use with commercial grade specifications; but also viable for serious domestic users.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 600px; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead style=\"background: #f4f4f4;\"\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEngine displacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e22.7 cm³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePower output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.7 kW (≈ 1.0 hp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBlade lengths available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e60 cm (24″) or 75 cm (30″)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWeight (approx.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e5.3 kg for 24″ version; around 5.7 kg for 30″ version\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStroke rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3,200 rpm approx.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTooth spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e38 mm (R-version) for thicker hedging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Hedge Trimmer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're managing large hedges, estate boundaries or commercial tasks across the UK, your hedge trimmer needs to deliver power, durability and versatility. The STIHL HS 82 RC-E answers the call: with its strong 2-Mix engine, choice of blade length for different hedge sizes, ergonomic handle and heavy-duty build. For professional contractors it offers efficiency and stamina; for dedicated domestic users with large gardens it offers a serious step up. The 30″ blade version allows fewer passes and faster work over long hedge lines, while the 24″ version gives a more manageable size for tighter spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/fuel-oil\"\u003eShop 2 Stroke Oil \u0026amp; Fuel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/chainsaw-clothing-ppe\"\u003eShop Professional Garden \u0026amp; Hedge PPE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso searched for as: STIHL HS82RCE, STIHL professional hedge trimmer, STIHL 30 inch hedge trimmer, STIHL swivel handle hedge trimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat's the difference between the 24″ and 30″ versions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth use the same 22.7cm³ engine. The 30″ blade covers more hedge length per pass, ideal for long boundary hedges, while the 24″ is more manoeuvrable in tighter spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this suitable for thick, overgrown hedges?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the 38mm tooth spacing (R-version) is specifically designed for thicker branches and heavier growth than a standard trimming blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the handle rotate?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the swivelling multi-function handle rotates approximately 90° for better ergonomics when cutting vertically or along the side of a hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this a professional or domestic tool?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's built to commercial-grade specifications for contractors and estate managers, but is also suitable for serious domestic users with large gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it have anti-vibration features?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, an anti-vibration system is fitted to reduce fatigue during extended trimming sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Stihl","offers":[{"title":"24\"","offer_id":45717620326644,"sku":"HC-4237 011 2982","price":645.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"30\"","offer_id":45717620359412,"sku":"HC-4237 011 2983","price":662.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/6603\/1348\/files\/Stihl-HS-82-RC-E-Petrol-Hedge-Trimmer.jpg?v=1758185185","url":"https:\/\/www.gustharts.com\/en-eu\/products\/stihl-hs-82-rc-e-professional-petrol-hedge-trimmer","provider":"Gustharts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}